ESEA Heritage Month Blog Series – Meet Meet Kaneda Pen
Discover Kaneda Pen, owner and chef of Mampen in Soho. Celebrating Cambodian flavours, resilience, and diversity in London’s hospitality scene.
ESEA Heritage Month Blog Series – Meet Kangni Dai
As part of our ESEA Heritage Month Blog Series, we meet Kangni Dai, director of Space Specialty Coffee and Kafei Studio in Glasgow. He shares his journey from Wenling, China to Scotland, his passion for coffee, and his hopes for greater cultural exchange in the global coffee industry.
ESEA Heritage Month Blog Series – Meet Iain McPherson
As part of our ESEA Heritage Month Blog Series, we meet Iain McPherson, award-winning bartender and owner of Panda & Sons in Edinburgh. Recognised globally as one of the industry’s most influential figures, Iain shares his journey, cultural heritage, and hopes for the future of hospitality.
BIH Spotlight Awards 2025 Finalists Announced
The BIH Spotlight Awards 2025 finalists have been announced! Discover the inspiring individuals and businesses recognised for creativity, innovation and leadership in the UK hospitality, food, and drink.
Community Spotlight: Meet Ngwafu Tansie
Discover how Ngwafu Tansie, founder of GwafuVegan, is reshaping the hospitality industry through conscious cooking, community education, and sustainable plant-based food.
Community Spotlight: Meet Toyo Odetunde
Toyo Odetunde, food writer and supper club host, shares her journey from law to hospitality, celebrating West African cuisine through creativity and storytelling.
Championing Inclusion in Hospitality: Nominations Now Open for the 2025 BIH Spotlight Awards
Nominations are open for the 2025 BIH Spotlight Awards. Celebrate diversity and recognise excellence in hospitality, food, and drink.
Meet the Thrive in Wine Class of 2025
Introducing the Thrive in Wine Class of 2025! Ten trailblazers awarded scholarships to study WSET wine qualifications.
Celebrating Five Years of Be Inclusive Hospitality
Celebrating five years of Be Inclusive Hospitality with achievements, community, and insights on diversity, culture, and the future of hospitality.
Community Spotlight Interview – Meet Shashi Prakash, F&B Manager
Get to know Shashi Prakash in this F&B Manager interview, where he shares his journey, passions, and insights into the future of hospitality at Taymouth Castle Golf and Sport Club.
Community Spotlight Interview: Meet Jay – The Founder of The Ripe Avocado
Meet Jay Burgesson-Carter, founder of The Ripe Avocado Ltd, one of London’s most inclusive premium catering companies. Jay shares the motivations behind starting his own business, the challenges of building a start-up.
Driving Inclusion in Hospitality: Be Inclusive Hospitality and Bibendum Wine Partner
Be Inclusive Hospitality partners with Bibendum Wine to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in hospitality through networking, education, and industry recognition. Learn more about this impactful collaboration.
We’re Hiring: Marketing Manager (PTC -18 months)
Be Inclusive Hospitality is hiring a Marketing Manager (Hybrid/London, £40K, 4 days/week) to lead impactful campaigns driving race equity in hospitality. Apply by 17th March 2025!
Community Spotlight Interview: Meet Toni – The Founder of Toni’s Wine Club
Discover the story behind Toni’s Wine Club, founded by Toni, who brings inclusivity, fun, and fresh energy to the wine industry. Learn about her journey, passion, and vision for the future of hospitality.
Careers in Hospitality Report Launch: Key Insights on Inclusion and Progression
Key insights from the Careers in Hospitality Report Launch on diversity, inclusion, and career progression in the hospitality industry
Community Spotlight – Rizwan Khan, General Manager
Meet Rizwan Khan, General Manager at Junsei, a Japanese Yakitori restaurant, where he oversees operations, motivates teams, and drives business growth through strategic planning.
Careers in Hospitality: Removing Barriers to Progression Report Launch
On Monday 10th February 2025, we will launch our fifth report- Careers in Hospitality: Removing Barriers to Progression. This ground-breaking report sheds light on the barriers preventing career progression for ethnic minorities in the hospitality industry. Together, we will uncover practical solutions to drive meaningful change.
Celebrating 2024: BIH End-of-Year Community Event
Celebrating 2024: BIH End-of-Year Community Event On Monday 18th November, over 60 members of the Be Inclusive Hospitality (BIH) community gathered for an inspiring evening
A Night of Recognition: Celebrating the 2024 BIH Spotlight Award Winners
A Night of Recognition: Celebrating the 2024 BIH Spotlight Award Winners We are pleased to announce the winners of the 3rd BIH Spotlight Awards, which
BIH Spotlight Awards Finalists Announced
We’re excited to announce the finalists for the 3rd BIH Spotlight Awards, honouring the exceptional contributions of Black, Asian, and ethnic minority professionals in the UK’s hospitality, food, and drink sectors. Join us as we celebrate industry talent and achievements across 15 categories at the awards ceremony on 21st October in London.